LEADERSHIP
OUR PASTOR & FIRST LADY
Pastor Charles & Lorie Dotson are from McMinnville, TN. Pastor Charles has been Senior Pastor of East Sparta Church of God since 2015. They have 2 children: Chandler & Lakan, a son-in-law Pastor Kevin York, and two granddaughters Reese and Reagann York.
SECRETARY/CLERK
Beth Roberts is the Secretary/Clerk for East Sparta Church of God. She is an administrative assistant to Pastor Dotson in the ministry. She also is the Thursday Bible Class Leader for the Bible Class that meets every Thursday from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. It is an open forum for men and women of all ages. The class consists of sharing prayer requests, prayer, and scripture study.
YOUTH PASTOR & Little Blessings Director
Beth Roberts serves the students of our church with a passion and zeal. Her heart is to engage with students in a variety of environments through multiple disciplines and mediums. She has served in student ministry for a combined tenure of nearly a decade. Her desire is to see students connect with Christ and develop life-long understanding of who He is.
Beth also serves as the director of our Mother's Day Out program. This temporary childcare option provides a safe and enriching environment to help your children grow while jumpstarting their education.
MINISTER OF MUSIC
Caleb Shuler is from Hartsville, SC. He completed his undergraduate degree in Vocal Music Education in his hometown of Hartsville at Coker University. He joined our ministry team as Minister of Music in August 2019. He holds a Master of Music degree in Church Music from Lee University. In addition to collegiate experience in choirs & instrumental ensembles, Caleb has directed church and community choirs. Having experienced and participated in a variety of cultural music styles, including Hispanic and African worship, Caleb strives to bring diversity to the music presented at East Sparta. He has always been and continues to be drawn to worship through music.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Patsy Roberts is responsible for assisting East Sparta Church of God in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs & curriculum. She also coordinates the Wednesday night adult classes which is comprised of a rotation of teachers. As Coordinator, she selects the study materials and assigns the teachers on a rotation basis.
LADIES MINISTRY
Betty Turner oversees all aspects of our Ladies Ministry at East Sparta Church of God.
MEN'S MINISTRY
Our Men's Ministry is an important part of our church body. The Men's Ministry strives to help in all areas of the church while cultivating community and accountability for the men of our church body.
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
Melissa Buck leads our Senior Adult Ministry at East Sparta Church of God for those 50-years old and above.
LOVE IN ACTION - FOOD
Nancy Sobianek is one of our Love in Action Coordinators that helps meet the spiritual & physical needs of those in the church and community.
HOSTESS
Vickie Brown is our church Hostess at East Sparta Church of God. Her smiling face is one of the first you will see when coming through the doors.
USHERS
Larry Hall leads our Usher Team at East Sparta Church of God. His team is responsible for collecting the offering, assisting in altar ministry, and providing a safe worship experience.
Children's Ministry Director
Haley Tollison shares the love of Christ with our toddlers through her dedication to excellence in service. She strives to share the Gospel on a level that's accessible to our kids while also challenging them to dive into deep topics. Haley is always looking for volunteers who love the Lord and helping kids excel!
(931) 836-3389
CLOTHED BY GRACE CLOTHING MINISTRY
Denise Martin is the Director for the Clothed by Grace Clothing Ministry at East Sparta Church of God.